Mini-Quiz: Are Atoms Tiny Solar Systems?

1. If an atom was like a solar system, why wouldn't each nucleus glow like a sun?

   Nuclei already do glow in the darkSorry, not correct. Try another button. Perhaps they give off a different type of radiationThat is correct. You are considering the possibilites. No one really knowsGood try, but not right. Select another answer.

2. If our solar system was an atom, how would electricity be represented?

   Electricity only goes through wiresSorry, not correct. Try another button. Perhaps an electron doesn't really existOops! Wrong answer. Re-read the question and try again. Perhaps a comet would be like a moving electronCorrect. You sure are observant.

3. How could you prove these theories?

   It is unlikely we will ever know for sureThat is correct. You are considering the possibilites. By doing experiments and taking dataGood try, but not right. Select another answer. This is all a known fact alreadySorry, not correct. Try another button.

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